Planning for Change

Change is inevitable, so Steve says we ought to plan, and prepare, for things to be different in the future.

The ##MS_DatabaseConnector## User

The #MS_DatabaseConnector## Role: #SQLNewBlogger

I had seen these roles in various instances, but never dug into the new Fixed Server roles added to SQL Server. They are supposed to help ensure the principle...

Cleaning Up Azure MS Defender Billing

I have a few Azure subscriptions, which are fairly small and not used that often. Mainly I do some SQL Server or Azure SQL experimentation. Sometimes I might create...

Great Things

It takes work to do great things.

Monday Monitor Tips: Query Recommendations

We keep adding stuff to Redgate Monitor, and it’s easy to miss some of the improvements. Here’s one that’s been around quite awhile, but while discussing the product with...

SQL Server Vector Support II

PostgreSQL 19 Is Late

Steve notes that PostgreSQL 19 is late, but the reasons and implications extend to other platforms, and really, all other software.

A Heavy Heart

A heavy heart today, as I remembers the moments I've spent with Hugo.

Advice I Like: Time and Focus

“You don’t need more time because you already have all the time that you will ever get; you need more focus.” – from Excellent Advice for Living Boy, I...